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From EY to Meta, employers are axing workers for misusing benefits

Work Life

Just last week, another report revealed that Meta had fired more than 20 employees who had taken advantage of the company’s meal vouchers, putting the money toward household supplies like toothpaste, laundry detergent, and tea—instead of using it for lunch or dinner purchases as designed.

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boss freaked out when I used bottled water in the coffee maker, manager is buying supplies with her own money, and more

Ask a Manager

I apparently violated an (unknown) office policy, but it was honestly well-intended. Should I let my boss buy my supplies with her own money? I’ve run out of the office supplies, like notebooks and Post-Its, which I brought with me when WFH started (as instructed). Do I owe her one? Your behavior was fine.

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What to know about hiring in tech right now, according to the head of talent at Alphabet’s growth fund

Work Life

Illovsky talked to Fast Company about how tech companies are recovering from the tumult of the past few years, what she’s seeing in the hiring market, and how return-to-office policies are redefining company culture. One of our portfolio companies, Everlaw, is in office, and it’s been great for them culturally.

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4 strategies for optimizing your occupancy to create a thriving workplace experience

Envoy

At the same time, they’re being asked to supply executives with new data to validate their spend and prove the effectiveness of their strategies. Establish a clear in-office policy Once a centralized system is in place, employers need to ensure their employees leverage the workplace on a regular basis.

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What You Need to Know About the Administrative Job Title Hierarchy

SnackNation

Keeping the office filing system in order. Representing office interests in relationships with external associates, including vendors, consultants, and clients. Tracking and ordering office supplies. Providing office snacks and other perks. Keeping shared office spaces organized. Creating invoices.

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Amazon Mandates a Return to Office 5 Days a Week: Will Other Companies Follow Suit?

Success

The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy shared research in May 2024 that suggested top talent looks elsewhere when tech companies like Microsoft, SpaceX and Apple mandate in-person work. But others say it’s just a sign of the times, and across many industries, more bosses are mandating return to office policies.